TanakhCast

By Dan Aviv

Every two weeks, we ponder, riff and consider 4 chapters of the Tanakh, starting in Genesis and finishing in 2 Chronicles. It might take a while. Please be patient.... more

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TanakhCast episodes:

March 19, 2018 TanakhCast #127: The Hubris Edition
In this week’s episode: Ezekiel 28-31. We continue in the book of Ezekiel with some thoughts about the mighty and their ultimate fate.

And, ICYMI Americans, you can read about how the "American Dream" has moved to Canada here.

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13min
March 05, 2018 TanakhCast #126: The Civilizing Rite Edition
In this week’s episode: Ezekiel 24-27. We continue in the book of Ezekiel with some thoughts about all the things we do that make us human.

And ICYMI (which is a big shame on you!), you can listen to Dan Carlin's deep-dive into the Great War here.

And big, ongoing props to Rory and Chen, my patreons!

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19min
February 19, 2018 TanakhCast #125: The Crucible Edition
In this week’s episode: Ezekiel 20-23. We continue in the book of Ezekiel with some thoughts about various crucibles and Arthur Miller.

And ICYMI, you can find more Words of Torah Dripping with Sarcasm and Condescension from Rabbi Pinky Shmeckelstein here.

And once again, big thanks to my Patreon supporters Rory and Chen!

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17min
February 05, 2018 TanakhCast #124: The Dare to Defy the Patriarchy Edition
In this week’s episode: Ezekiel 16-19. We continue in the book of Ezekiel with some thoughts about sexuality and the patriarchy.

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17min
January 22, 2018 TanakhCast #123: The Legendary Paragons Edition
In this week’s episode: Ezekiel 12-15. We continue in the book of Ezekiel with some thoughts about virtue, role models and the inevitable disappointment.

And ICYMI, you can find the fine work of 929 here and the clip of the German dude NOT breaking through the ice here.

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23min
January 08, 2018 TanakhCast #122: The God’s Girlfriend-Not-Girlfriend Edition
In this week’s episode: Ezekiel 8-11. We continue in the book of Ezekiel with some thoughts about God and his girlfriend-not-girlfriend Asherah.

This four-tiered cult stand (right) found at Tanaach is thought to represent Yahweh and Asherah, with each deity being depicted on alternating tiers.

Photo: © The Israel Museum, Jerusalem/Israel Antiquities Authority

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20min
December 25, 2017 TanakhCast #121: The Artist is Present Edition
In this week’s episode: Ezekiel 4-7. We continue in the book of Ezekiel with some thoughts about the nature and artistry of endurance art.

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14min
December 11, 2017 TanakhCast #120: The Omission Edition
In this week’s episode: Ezekiel 1-3. We begin the book of Ezekiel with some thoughts about the sinfulness of omission.

And big props to my Patreon peeps Rory and Chen!

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26min
November 27, 2017 TanakhCast #119: The Success from the Jaws of Defeat Edition

In this week’s episode: Jeremiah 48–52. We conclude the book of Jeremiah with some thoughts about failure and success as a prophet.

And let me take this opportunity to send out another big thank you to TanakhCast's patrons Rory and Chen!

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12min
November 13, 2017 TanakhCast #118: The Meanwhile in Egypt Edition
In this week’s episode: Jeremiah 44–47. We continue in the book of Jeremiah with some thoughts about confirmation bias.

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20min

FAQs about TanakhCast:

How many episodes does TanakhCast have?

The podcast currently has 248 episodes available.